Frick Counseling

Meet Kristy (she/her) I didn't come to this work by accident. I grew up under the guidance of my grandfather, Joseph M. Cannon, PhD, a psychologist and educator at The University of Scranton, who showed me early on the power of listening, curiosity, and compassion. Watching the way he cared for people planted the first seeds of my desire to walk alongside others in their most challenging moments. My path to this work wasn't a straight line. I spent years supporting individuals with disabilities as they worked toward meaningful employment, and those years shaped how deeply I value dignity, resilience, and the impact that systems, both supportive and broken, can have on a person's sense of self. Eventually, that path led me into full-time clinical practice and to founding Frick Counseling LLC, my own private practice in Dunmore, PA. Over the years, I've had the privilege of supporting people through trauma, grief and loss, chronic illness and disability, LGBTQ+ journeys, anxiety, depression, and the moments in life when everything seems to shift at once or not at all. Today, I'm growing Frick Counseling from a solo practice into a small group practice, so more people can find this same kind of care. What I've learned along the way is this: when life feels broken, it doesn't mean that you are. Many people come wanting to be fixed because something inside hurts or feels out of place. I don't see this work as fixing who you are, but as repair and reconnection: creating enough safety, compassion, and curiosity so the parts of you that have been hurt can be seen, supported, and gently transformed. That belief is at the heart of my work. My therapy style is warm, conversational, and experiential. I blend talk therapy with nervous-system-informed approaches, helping guide, nurture, and protect your nervous system so healing can be deeper and more sustainable. I'm often a good fit for people who sense that something deeper needs to change — even if they can't fully name it yet. You might be curious about going below the surface, learning more about your brain and body, and finding new ways to meet yourself with kindness. And if that doesn't quite feel like you, that's okay, too. I welcome people at every stage of readiness and believe growth looks different for everyone. Alongside my clinical work, I'm deeply passionate about supporting therapists themselves. I'm building Frick Counseling on my belief that therapists should be valued, mentored, and cared for, so they can do meaningful work without sacrificing their own well-being. I'm excited to share that Madie, LCSW, will be joining Frick Counseling this August as our first team member. I look forward to welcoming more clinicians who share this same commitment to care in the years ahead, and I enjoy offering individual and group supervision and consultation to emerging clinicians as they find their own voices in this work. I know how hard it can be to reach out for help. I encourage you to take your time, read profiles, ask questions, and find the therapist who feels like the right fit. And if you do reach out to me and I'm not able to take you on, I'll do my best to help you find someone who can support you. Outside of work, you'll usually find me spending time with my partner and rescue dogs, tending to my collection of houseplants, meditating, staying active (running, yoga, strength-training), working on portrait drawing, and cheering on Philly sports — with even a little pro wrestling in the mix. Education & Credentials B.S., Counseling & Human Services — University of Scranton M.S., Rehabilitation Counseling — University of Scranton Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Pennsylvania Certified Compassionate Bereavement Specialist Certified Brainspotting Practitioner Certified Safe & Sound Provider Certified Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath Provider Breathwork & Movement Therapy Provider